Shimizu S-Pulse and Avispa Fukuoka face each other on Saturday 09.12.2026, at 10:30 (UK Time), in a J1 League 2026/27 match. The game will take place at Shimizu S-Pulse's home ground, the IAI Stadium Nihondaira.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between S-Pa and Avispa Fukuoka, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Shimizu S-Pulse preview
Shimizu S-Pulse heads into the match with the following record in the J1 League: in 6 matches, S-Pa secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 0.67 points per game.
Taking a broader look at S-Pa's 2026/27 season, the team has achieved a total of 2 victories so far.
Shimizu S-Pulse has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 5 goals, of which 3 were scored in the J1 League, resulting in an average of 0.5 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Se-Hun Oh, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Tomoya Fujii has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, Shimizu S-Pulse has conceded 7 goals in the J1 League (an average of 1.17 per game) and 8 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.14 per match in the 2026/27 campaign.
Avispa Fukuoka preview
Avispa Fukuoka comes into the game with 6 matches played so far in the J1 League. They have secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 0.67 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026/27 season, the team has recorded 1 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses.
Avispa Fukuoka's attack has been highly effective, scoring 9 goals during this period. Of that total, 9 were netted in the J1 League, with an average of 1.5 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.29.
Avispa Fukuoka's offensive system is led by Shu Morooka, the team's top scorer this season. The japanese forward has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Daiki Fukazawa. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 10 goals with an average of 1.67 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 10 goals in 7 matches, averaging 1.43 per match.
Head to head: Shimizu S-Pulse vs Avispa Fukuoka
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Shimizu S-Pulse
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L W L |
0.8 |
| Home | D L W L L |
0.8 |
| Away | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 1.67 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.5 | 0.33 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 1.17 | 1 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 17% | 0% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.09 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
1.87 | 1.62 | 2.12 |
Avispa Fukuoka
Japan - J1 League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L D L |
0.4 |
| Home | D L D W L |
1 |
| Away | L L L D D |
0.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.17 | 2.75 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.25 | 2.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 17% | 50% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.72 | 1.57 | 2.02 |
|
xGA
|
1.12 | 1.19 | 0.99 |
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